City of Marion, Iowa Government

06/19/2026

Marion Events This Week - June 19-25, 2026

Friday, June 19 - Pop-Up Acts in the Artway featuring Kevin Moore - 6-8 p.m. - Uptown Artway

Saturday, June 20 - Sunrise Yoga - 7:30 a.m. - Klopfenstein Amphitheater at Lowe Park

Saturday, June 20 - Marion Farmers Market & City Council Office Hours - 8-11 a.m. - Willowood Park

Saturday, June 20 - Music Under the Moon featuring "That Arena Rock Show" - Activities at 6 p.m.; Concert at 8 p.m. - Klopfenstein Amphitheater at Lowe Park

Wednesday, June 24 - Pilates in the Park - 6-7 p.m. - Central Plaza at City Square Park

Thursday, June 25 - Marion by Moonlight featuring Lonesome Road - 6-9 p.m. - Central Plaza at City Square Park

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The weather can be unpredictable this time of year. Always consult the website or social media pages of the event host for any updates.

06/19/2026

Not everyone minds a road closure 🦌🌱

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! For those wondering, there will be no change to the curbside garbage/recycling and yard waste collection schedule in Marion today.

The Public Works Department maintains a holiday collection schedule to coincide with City/department holidays and the Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency. The 2026 schedule is now available. Dates in bold indicate that City facilities are closed, including the Recycling and Yard Waste Drop-Off facilities.

06/17/2026

The weather just isn't in our favor for the second time. Please note, this evening's Downdogs in Uptown has been postponed again. Stay tuned for the rescheduled date/time.

06/17/2026

Here’s the latest from the National Weather Service.

Also note, Marion Swim Lessons (all levels) are canceled this morning, June 17, due to storms. Marion Sharks Swim Team practice is also canceled!

Severe Thunderstorms will quickly spread into into eastern Iowa and northwest IL. Damaging winds are expected from these storms with gusts in excess of 75 MPH possible as they quickly move ESE at 50 MPH. These storms will impact your morning commute with torrential rain and hail!

06/17/2026

The City of Marion is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a months-long celebration featuring patriotic events, military tribute banners and community decorations.

Building and business owners are encouraged to create patriotic window displays and storefront decorations, and residents are encouraged to take part by decorating their porches and entryways with patriotic flair now through Veterans Day. One Marion neighborhood hosts a bike parade every 4th of July 🇺🇸 Others line the sidewalk with flags.

“In marking our nation’s 250th anniversary, we have an extraordinary opportunity to unite as a community and reflect on the history that shaped us,” said Mayor Nick AbouAssaly. “I encourage residents, businesses and community organizations to join in this milestone celebration.”

06/15/2026

As promised, East Robins Road is back in business! Thank you for your patience as the work was completed.

Find this and other updates you might have missed in the latest IN FOCUS update: https://www.cityofmarion.org/Home/Components/News/News/8681/17

06/15/2026

We had the best time on Saturday at the Uptown Marion Market and Non-Profit Fair hosted by the Marion Chamber and Uptown Marion District. Did you get in on the fun?!

06/13/2026

Due to this evening's forecast, the Iowa Military Veterans Band Concert scheduled for Saturday, June 13, at Lowe Park has been cancelled.

With rain expected during the concert timeframe, we've made the difficult decision to cancel the event for the safety of performers, staff and attendees.

Thank you for understanding, and we hope to see you at a future event soon.